Jamaican Para Athlete | Rising Star in Track and Field

Personal Information

• Full Name: Jahmarely Jahmarey Richards

Date of Birth: January 24, 2004

• Nationality: Jamaican
• Hometown: Maryland District, St. Andrew, Jamaica
• Height: 5’11” (180.34 cm)
• Weight: 170 lbs (77.11 kg)

Athletic Information

• Sport: Track and Field
• Specialty: Sprints
• Events: 100m, 200m, 400m

Highlights & Achievements

🏅 2023 Bogota Paralympic Youth Games

• Silver Medal – Men’s U20 T47-100m

🏆 RJR’s Para-Sportsman of the Year 2023

Education

• High School: Mona High School (Class of 2023)
• College/University: University of Technology, Jamaica (2023 – Present)
• Degree Pursued: Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting

Background & Early Life

Born and raised in the scenic Maryland District of St. Andrew, Jamaica, Jahmarely Jahmarey Richards embodies discipline, determination, and resilience. His passion for sports emerged at a young age, beginning as a football enthusiast before discovering his true calling on the track during his later high school years.

Since transitioning to athletics, Jahmarely’s unwavering drive has propelled him to excel in sprints, establishing himself as one of Jamaica’s promising para-athletes. His rapid growth and continual improvement are testaments to his dedication, setting the stage for even greater achievements in the future.

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting at the University of Technology, Jamaica, Jahmarely is balancing his academic pursuits with his athletic career, proving himself to be a determined and multifaceted individual.